TomTom VIA 1515TM GPS: Easily get where you want to go with this GPS, which features lifetime map and traffic updates that keep you informed about the latest road changes. Just choose from more than 10 million points of interest across the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico using the 5" touch screen. Then focus on the road as you receive turn-by-turn voice prompts with street names to help lead you to your destination.
A: Hello, The VIA 1515TM does not need internet service to work, traffic is updated via the traffic receiver/power cable included. You will need a computer with internet connection to update the maps. You can also use coordinates when planning a route or finding a location. Route calculation time is dependent upon a valid GPS signal. By downloading the quickgpsfix file on a regular basis you will decrease the time it takes for the device to lock onto a valid signal and calculate a route. Thanks
Q: How does the device get Traffic updates?
A: It has a traffic device built into the car charger, it does not require an app on your smartphone, like some other models. But will only give you traffic updates when you have a route planned into it.
Q: How long will 1515tm run on battery alone fully charged?
A: Thanks for your question! The VIA1515TM should get up to 3 hours of battery life unplugged when fully charged. Hope that helps!
Q: How often does the unit scan for traffic updates?
A: Hello Rick. The VIA 1515TM uses RDS-TMC which updates traffic approximately every 15 mins. Thanks
Q: Can you program more than one destination on a trip?
A: One way is to program your main destination, then you can program up to 3 (?) "VIA" locations along your way to your main destination. I usually delete the VIA points after arriving to each stop, in case another VIA is needed, such as an impromptu POI (Point Of Interest). Otherwise, for multiple main destinations, the Favorites feature works great to store in memory; to be called up in a few touches very quickly. This unit can store quite a few Favorites.
Q: is it possible to add Europe map on this GPS ?
A: Hello Greg, Yes you can purchase and download European maps for this device Thanks
A: YES LIFETIME MAPS. NO TO LIFETIME TRAFFIC YOU GET ONE UPDATE THEN YOU MUST PAY! MY DEVICE JUST QUIT WORKING NO REASON!!!
Q: Will the real time updates expire Dec. 31, 2016 ?
A: Uses Satellites for Live Updates... NOT your cell... and updates are good for as long as you own it.... at least in my experiences with TOMTOM